India, May 10 -- Derek Carr, the quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, shocked NFL fans by announcing his retirement amid a shoulder injury. He made his decision public after consulting with his wife, Heather.

"Upon reflection of prayer, and in discussion with Heather, I've decided to retire from the National Football League," Carr stated. "For more than 11 years, we have been incredibly blessed, and we are forever grateful and humbled by this experience."

"It's difficult to find the right words to express our thanks to all the teammates, coaches, management, ownership, team officials and especially the fans who made this journey so special. Your unwavering support has meant the world to us."

Carr's 2024 season concluded on December ...